Makena Patterson

Are you looking for a therapist who actually "gets it?" If you or someone you love have been feeling disconnected from your bodies, relationships, or sense of self: please know that you've made it to a space where someone understands. Many adults and teens move through life trying to meet expectations or play certain roles without realizing how much the body carries. Sometimes, that weight shows up as anxiety, self-criticism, dissociation, or even anger. Beneath these strategies for managing pain, though, the body often holds what the mind has tried to manage: oftentimes trauma, disordered eating, grief, anxiety, or depression. If this sounds like you, I’d be honored to be of support. As a therapist specializing in EMDR and IFS, I help adults and teens heal from these challenges through compassionate, evidence-based therapy that centers the body and mind in emotional healing. Sessions with me will focus on understanding and strengthening your relationship with yourself and others. In our sessions, my goal is for you to feel not just safe but also seen. I will walk alongside you as you rebuild connection to your body, your story, and your sense of self. My practice is a place where all of you is welcome: your identity, your struggles, and your hopes for healing. Above all else, I recognize that finding the right therapist can feel like one more heavy task. I honor the courage it takes to begin this process. If it feels like working together is the right fit, I invite you to reach out for a free 20-minute consultation through the contact form here, my practice CALM Counseling's website, or via email.